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    Pokeworks

    3.9 (72 reviews)
    ModeratePoke, Salad, Hawaiian
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Stephie L.

    Tonight around 8:30 PM, close to closing time, my daughter and I visited this restaurant for the first time after stopping by Somi Somi nearby. When we arrived, all of the indoor chairs had already been put away, so customers were not allowed to dine inside. I understand it was close to closing time, so that wasn't a big issue. However, the service was extremely slow. There were four employees working plus what appeared to be the owner or manager at the register, but the line moved very slowly. I ordered a Three Protein Poke Bowl. The base price was around $17, and additional charges were added for avocado and masago. I understand charging extra for avocado, although many poke places in the area include masago without an extra fee. After tax, the total came to about $23. Since indoor seating was unavailable, my daughter and I ate outside. While eating, I noticed the fish texture seemed different from what I normally experience at other poke restaurants. It felt somewhat slimy, but at the time I didn't think much of it. A few hours later, after getting home, I experienced significant stomach discomfort and had to make multiple trips to the bathroom. Of course, I cannot say with certainty what caused it, but the timing has made me concerned about the food quality and freshness. I hope management pays close attention to food handling and ingredient freshness, especially during warmer weather when raw fish requires extra care. This was unfortunately not a good first experience for us.

    Regular bowl with ahi tuna and salmon
    Jeremy S.

    This was my first time here, and I ordered a regular bowl ($15.95) with brown rice as a base and ahi tuna and salmon as proteins. I chose two sauce flavors: medium on umami shoyu and light on sriracha aioli. I then asked for cucumbers, green onions, pickled ginger, soft tofu, spicy furikake, shredded nori, garlic crisps, and chili crisps as toppings. The umami shoyu sauce brings a savory sweetness to the bowl. It was a little on the sweeter side but still tasty. I liked the quality of the ahi tuna and salmon, but I wish they were cubed a little larger. The chili crisps do raise the spiciness by a good degree, so that can very well overpower the bowl. The garlic spam musubi ($3.95) was adequate. However, the garlic crisps don't enhance the taste in my opinion. It would've been much better if an egg accompanied the spam musubi. I've also had better seaweed quality and overall structure elsewhere. Overall, this poke restaurant is decent, but I'd be more open to trying others first before returning.

    Huli Huli Chicken bowl with the Furikake Mac Salad
    Johnathan K.

    Parking is easy as it's in a large plaza. Picked up an order using ClassPass. The atmosphere was friendly and everyone was super helpful and eager to help. Loved the Huli Huli chicken bowl and the mac salad that it comes with. Definitely will be back!

    Jason T.

    Service sucks. Waitresses rushing to make the food with basically no line. I have multiple years experience working similar jobs and know it's not easy. But people need time to inspect the food/ decide. Regardless of any other factors, rushing/rudeness is not acceptable of more than 1 star. Food and pricing were about right and place was clean. Zach the new guy was kind though.

    Spicy salmon and spicy tuna half and half bowl!
    Ramsha B.

    Love this place! The salmon and tuna are always super fresh, and the sauces are honestly my favorite part. they add so much flavor. The portions are good and everything tastes high quality. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because it's a little pricey, but I still keep coming back because it's that good. Their rewards program is a nice bonus too and makes it feel worth it. Definitely one of my go-to poke spots!

    Poke Your Way Combo - Regular (Drink Miso Soup or Kettle Chips)
    Alec R.

    My favorite poke spot. Pretty fresh and consistent. Service is good as well and vibes are nice inside

    Brandi B.

    Mmm mmm mmm! It gets better everytime! Hands down my favorite Poke place. It's not just because everything on the menu is fresh, flavorful & filling. It's the feeling you get upon walking in--a warm, family style greeting that truly makes you feel like you're on a vacation. If you've never tried poke, this is the place to start (trust me, you won't want to leave). Best believe there's a lot to love! Can't wait for my next Pokeworks trip

    Poke Bowl - Regular (2 Proteins)
    Nadia M.

    I am SO glad that Brea now has a pokeworks! Super close to home now, I swear I could eat poke every day lol. This is a pretty good chain, with lots of different mix ins to choose from. Parking at this location is very congested so beware. I only did a pick up this time, ordered through the app and it was done by the time my hubby went in and picked it up. We'll be back for sure! :)

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    P 1.

    We stopped by after our tournament, as soon as we stepped inside it was really calm. The colours of the inside were a nice yellow and white, cute small tables, and very welcoming/open. The service was pretty good too, we were welcomed with warm smiles and energy from each member, casher, manager, and rest of the staff. They're really open to questions and patient when we asked about different food items. It was nice to seem them do that with the people ahead and behind us aswell. Their welcomes felt real, and overall they can hold nice conversation if that's your cup of tea. For the food, it was good aswell. I got the large build-your-own-bowl with 3 proteins. The thing I loved most about it getting the large bowl was when I went to pick sauces. They asked for how much sauce I wanted like: light, medium, or heavy. All the other Pokè places I have been to never asked how much sauce I wanted and I would always have to ask for more. Another fascinating thing about this little Pokè place was the interactive make your own tea/boba, you can pick your flavor of tea, sweetness, and boba and the machine makes it right in front of you. It was quite cool! Wrapping it up, I do recommend stopping by and trying this place, I loved the experience we had here!

    Forgot to take the picture BEFORE I started eating. Regular 2 protein bowl!
    Leanna S.

    Had pokeworks on delivery rotation forever but first time visiting the brea store - the owner is wonderful and so friendly! I typically order the regular 2 protein bowl with lobster surimi and ahi tuna. I mix the umami sauce and Hawaiian spicy and salt one. Idk if they JUST opened? But they have some drink specials and if you download the app/ rewards you get a buncha deals too. The poke is good but honestly writing this bc the owner was so nice and friendly and all the employees are so welcoming. Even for a quick grab n go place it was such a nice encounter.

    This is my second time giving this place a try and it will be my last unfortunately. I don't usually write reviews unless it's out of genuine concern. The tuna here is super squishy for some reason, even slimy. Service is fine the people there are nice. And the place is overall very clean and put together. But what matters most is the food and it's safe to say the quality is a solid 3/10. The tuna that is. I don't know if the salmon is the same but pls be cautious, I spent 22 dollars on a bowl that feels and tastes like old tuna:/

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    I work nearby and the poke is always fresh and delicious with good service. Thanks to the owners

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    Great addition to Brea! Solid poke place. Amazing staff! Service was quick. Will definitely be back!

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    7 months ago

    Came for the grand opening. Everything was very clean and everyone was really nice! Maya helped me with my bowls and Marion was nice too!

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    6 months ago

    Came here to try for the first time, great customer service and yummy food, my family and I loved everything we got!!

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    Food was great!! Quality of fish was smooth and delicious, and fresh ingredients. Loved it and would definitely come back again!

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    9 months ago

    Got a Huli Huli Chicken plate and it was AMAZING! Myah served us and was very nice and welcoming. I would 100% recommend this place!

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    Really gooood food amazing service and excellent employees always so kind and understanding

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    8 months ago

    w place totally recommend to all poki lovers, great food, great service and playing worship music when I walked in

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    love it! they serve fresh fish, have a clean space, and provide great service to customers

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